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Ramelteon vs Zolpidem

Compare Ramelteon and Zolpidem side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

RamelteonZolpidem
Drug classMelatonin Receptor Agonistgamma-Aminobutyric Acid A Receptor Positive Modulator
Used to treatInsomniaInsomnia
Generic priceFrom $0.66 each, about $19.79 for 30 (8 mg tablet)From $0.034 each, about $1.03 for 30 (5 mg tablet)
Brand priceRozerem: from $12.42 each, about $373 for 30 (8 mg tablet)Ambien: from $22.57 each, about $677 for 30 (12.5 mg tablet (CR))
Generic savingsGeneric costs about 95% less than the brandGeneric costs over 99% less than the brand